Ocho Artisan Bungalows

Everything

What an absolute incredible place to stay! Our bungalow was steps away from the pool. We rarely saw anyone else near the pool. The staff were incredibile. Particularly the ‘above and beyond’ mentality that they have. Ilse was incredible, one day she came to find us to tell us the monkeys were in the trees (because she knew how much we wanted to see some). They decorated our bungalow on the day of our wedding anniversary. Pablo was a delight every morning at breakfast and was so friendly. We loved the attention to detail in the furniture and surroundings. We had our anniversary meal under the lights and the member of staff (forgot his name- Italian guy) came and our music in for us. It’s all those lovely little things that make it great. We loved having breakfast on the beach front every morning, watching the squirrels and birds. They were also wonderfully LGBTQ friendly to me and my wife, making us feel so welcome and accepted. The place is very close to everything, just minutes from all the restaurants, a supermarket, cafes and shops, a cute little outdoor park with street food vendors and tables and chairs. It felt quiet and safe, security guards were there at night and they welcomed us when we arrived on our first night after hours. Lots of lovely wildlife- howler monkeys, raccoons, massive iguanas coming to drink from the pool, hummingbirds, etc. It was a perfect stay.

When we arrived late at night, our bungalow had lots of mosquitos in and we got a lot of bites that night. We bought fly spray the next day at the shop and it was fine after that. Not a complaint at all (we know it’s very jungley !)- more just a recommendation that a can of spray could be left in the room for guests to use when they first arrive, that would have been great especially as it was too late to get anything from the shop. You will need mosquito repellent for your body and the room, but that’s jungles for you!

The concierge was phenomenal. Their communication and attention to detail and assuring a wonderful stay was appreciated. It was a perfect location and we will definitely share our experience with others. The food was the best in the area as well!

Staff were above and beyond wonderful! It is a gorgeous location with comfortable amenities and excellent food. Honestly, one of the best breakfasts in Costa Rica.

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